Used primarily as a fire extinguishing agent, especially in environments where water or traditional extinguishers could cause damage. Effective in total flooding systems for enclosed spaces like data centers, server rooms, and electrical equipment enclosures. Acts by interrupting the chemical chain reaction of combustion, providing rapid suppression with minimal residue. Suitable for Class B (flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical fires) applications. Also used in some specialized industrial processes as a brominating agent due to its ability to transfer bromine atoms under controlled conditions.